2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 and 2007 Chrysler Crossfire were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler Crossfire (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | Z4 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1399 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
